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Fitness / Training
Summer is here! This is the time many return to the pool, whether it be to train for Masters swimming events, open water swimming for triathlon or long distance events, or just to keep the kids company at the community pool or local beach.
Fitness / Training
Swimming is a year around sport, but only if you stay motivated year around. Have you noticed that some swimmers never seem to tire of swimming, while some swim in spurts or seasons, and others only...
Fitness / Training
When people choose to get “fit,” many people think that it means to workout as often as possible, pushing as hard as possible. What happens is that people often become too tired, too exhausted,...
Fitness / Training
Swimmers need to be creative at times, to maintain a training program, when their regular pools are not available. Walking, running, cycling and weight training (light weights/high reps) are good...
Fitness / Training
It all starts with a familiar nagging voice in my head that says, “If you take a day off, you’ll compete better.” Soon, I’m having a discussion with myself, weighing the pros and cons, and I admit to myself “I know.”
Fitness / Sports Medicine / Training
Fatigue is a very common complaint and affects athletes of all ages, sizes and abilities. It is one of the most common complaints in the physician’s office, with one in every four patients stating that fatigue is disrupting his or her life.
Fitness / Training
This is the time of year when a swimmer can begin anew. Perhaps your past training efforts have not been effective. You thought you were in pretty good shape, went to a meet and bombed. Don't worry. It happens to everyone including world class swimmers.
The USMS website contains articles about sports medicine, health, and nutrition. This information is not intended to be a substitute for professional or medical advice on personal health matters. For personal medical advice, or if you are concerned about a medical condition or injury, see your healthcare provider for evaluation and care. The USMS website also contains articles about swim training and technique, including drills and workouts. All swimmers should be evaluated by a healthcare professional prior to beginning swim training. In addition, consult with a trained coach when introducing new technique or drills to your swim training program.
